2019 Massachusetts Truck Driving Championships
NTDC 2019 RESULTS:
| Classification | Driver | Company | Score | Place |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Axle | Gerald Dube | XPO Logistics | 253 | 25 |
| 4-Axle | Jeremy Paulsen | XPO Logistics | 165 | 42 |
| 5-Axle | Roland Bolduc | FedEx Express | 271 | 7 |
| Flatbed | Andrew Barilone | Regency Transportation | 259 | 25 |
| Sleeper Berth | Brian Singelais | Frito-Lay | 270 | 7 |
| Tank Truck | Richard Sweeney | XPO Logistics | 243 | 22 |
| Twins | Bill Oakes | FedEx Freight | 220 | 23 |
| Straight Truck | Bill Colantuone | FedEx Express | 285 | 10 |
| Step Van | Bob Ledoux | FedEx Express | 518 | 5 |
2019 Recap
Richard Sweeney Tops Strong Field in Massachusetts
A former national Grand Champion and the 2018 Grand Champion won their categories at the Massachusetts Truck Driving Championships June 2 in North Andover, but Richard Sweeney of XPO Logistics took the 2019 Grand Champion title, winning in Tank Truck.
2017 national Grand Champion Roland Bolduc of FedEx Express won in 5-Axle for the second consecutive year. He also came out tops in the written test.
Sweeney
2018 state Grand Champion Brian Singelais of Frito-Lay took the Sleeper Berth after winning in 3-Axle last year.
Sarah Gudaitis of Frito-Lay was third in 4-Axle and was named Rookie of the Year.
2019 RESULTS:
| Classification | Winner | Company |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Champion | Richard Sweeney | XPO Logistics |
| 3-Axle | Gerald Dube | XPO Logistics |
| 4-Axle | Jeremy Paulsen | XPO Logistics |
| 5-Axle | Roland Bolduc | FedEx Express |
| Flatbed | Andrew Barilone | Regency Transportation |
| Sleeper Berth | Brian Singelais | Frito-Lay |
| Tank Truck | Richard Sweeney | XPO Logistics |
| Twins | Bill Oakes | FedEx Freight |
| Step Van | Bob Ledoux | FedEx Express |
| Straight Truck | Bill Colantuone | FedEx Express |
2019 PHOTO GALLERY:
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2019 Preview
When: June 2, 2019
Where: North Andover, Mass.
Field: 64 truck drivers are expected to compete in nine categories.
Preview: A former National Grand Champion, a returning state Grand Champion and a record Step Van class will keep things interesting.
READ MORE: Strong Lineup Includes Grand Champion Brian Singelais, Former National Champion Roland Bolduc
2018 Grand Champion Brian Singelais of Frito-Lay will be back to defend his title. He won the 3-Axle last year and went on to finish No. 3 in the category at the National Truck Driving Championships in Columbus, Ohio. This year, he will compete in the Sleeper class.
Also returning is 2017 National Grand Champion Roland Bolduc of FedEx Express. He'll be competing in 5-Axle, which he won last year.
More info: Trucking Association of Massachusetts Course layout:
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2018 Recap
Massachusetts Grand Champion Brian Singelais Wants Another Shot at Overall National Crown
He is a third-generation trucker with nearly three decades of experience from western Massachusetts. He has multiple state titles and a national title in the tanker division under his belt. And now he is preparing for the big show with the discipline of an Olympic athlete.
Singelais
Frito-Lay’s Brian Singelais, Massachusetts’ grand champion, again, has won the blue ribbon at states five times. He’s earned seven trips to the National Truck Driving Championships. Last year, he came up short at nationals and sat back and watched as his buddy and fellow New Englander Roland Bolduc of FedEx Express won the overall gold medal.
Singelais is ecstatic for Bolduc’s success. But, he emphasized, “I want another shot.”
Safety is a religion for the drivers who qualify for the national dance. Singelais has a simple recipe for success: Work hard. His commitment to dedicating long hours reviewing the annual guidebook for drivers, waking up early to repeat various pre-trip inspection drills and practicing driving maneuvers is enviable.
Singelais finished No. 3 in the 3-Axle at the National Truck Driving Championships. He was the state's top finisher in any category.
MORE FROM MASSACHUSETTS: Former Grand Champions Battle Longtime Competitors at NTDC
2018 RESULTS:
| Classification | Winner | Company | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Champion | Brian Singelais | Frito-Lay | |
| 3-Axle | Brian Singelais | Frito-Lay | |
| 5-Axle | Roland Bolduc | FedEx Express | |
| Tank Truck | Rich Sweeney | XPO Logistics | |
| 4-Axle | Chris Buswell | Sysco Food Service of Boston | |
| Straight Truck | Rich Alimberti | FedEx Express | |
| Step Van | Bob Ledoux | FedEx Express | |
| Flatbed | Steve Capone | FedEx Express | |
| Twins | Richard Gray Jr. | FedEx Freight | |
2018 PHOTO GALLERY:
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